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The Ribbons of Green Trails Society of Vernon, British Columbia, Canada is dedicated to the promotion and construction of walking, hiking and cycling trails, both on and off-road within the Greater Vernon region.

Our Mission Statement states:

To promote and encourage the construction of trails located in the geographic area of the North Okanagan Regional District, for the purpose of non-motorized (except when used by the physically challenged) public use, and in particular, trails that:

connect Swan Lake, Okanagan Lake and Kalamalka Lake;

connect other sites which the Society considers desirable;

increase community participation in healthy activities;

educate the users of the trails about the geography, plants, and culture in the areas where the trails are located; and

demonstrate the benefits of a civic and political community working cooperatively for a common goal.

Who is the Ribbons of Green Trails Society?

The Ribbons of Green Trails Society currently consists of 11 directors who meet once a month to advance trail development and ensure maintenance.

City of Vernon staff and Council Members, District of Coldstream staff, and Regional District of North Okanagan Parks staff are also in attendance at the monthly meetings.

Trail Map of the Greater Vernon Area

NEW!!!! To view an interactive online map of trails in the Greater Vernon Area, click here

This map transcends political boundaries and includes trails managed by RDNO, City of Vernon, District of Coldstream, and District of Lake Country.

Ribbons of Green Trail Society does not warrant nor guarantee the accuracy, currency, correctness, and completeness of the information.

Persons accessing the map agree to and accept that their use of any information contained therein is entirely at their own risk.

Ribbons of Green Trail Societyassumes no obligation or liability for the use of the map data.

Morning Star newspaper features monthly trail articles

The Morning Star, Vernon's local newspaper, features a new monthly column by the Ribbons of Green Trails Society which explores the numerous walking, hiking, and cycling opportunities in Vernon and area.

A magnificent community pathway has been partially opened from Vernon to Kelowna, along the recently abandoned CN railway! Once completed, this 47.9 km level route, along spectacular lake shores and rural and urban landscapes, will be accessible for all ages and abilities!

The community successfully met the goal of raising $7.8 million to complete this trail. Working together, the City of Kelowna, the District of Lake Country, the Okanagan Indian Band, the Regional District of the North Okanagan, the federal government, the provincial government, and a community of trail supporters all came together to create this trail legacy.

Phase 1 of the Okanagan Rail Trail, marks the completion of 42.5 km of trail. The trail is open from Coldstream to Ellison Lake (Duck Lake). The trail is currently closed between Ellison Lake (Duck Lake) and the Kelowna International Airport. Heading south from the airport, the trail is open to Gordon Drive in Kelowna.